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Function-based treatments for escape-maintained problem behavior: a treatment-selection model for practicing behavior

Kaneen B Geiger1, James E Carr, Linda A Leblanc

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Escape-maintained problem behavior is common, but treatments vary in effectiveness. This study reviews function-based interventions for escape behavior, offering a model to select the best approach based on client needs and setting constraints.

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Activity choiceclinical decision makingcurricular revisiondemand fadingdifferential reinforcementescapeextinctionfunction-based treatmentnoncontingent reinforcement

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Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Applied Behavior Analysis

Background:

  • Escape from instructional activities is a frequent factor maintaining problem behavior.
  • Various effective treatments exist, but their suitability differs across environments and individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize commonly researched function-based treatments for escape-maintained behavior.
  • To describe optimal contexts for each treatment.
  • To provide a clinical model for treatment selection.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of function-based treatments for escape-maintained behavior.
  • Analysis of treatment appropriateness based on environmental and client characteristics.
  • Development of a clinical selection model.

Main Results:

  • Different treatments are optimal for specific environmental and client profiles.
  • A clinical model can guide the selection of function-based treatments.
  • Understanding treatment constraints is crucial for effective intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Effective selection of treatments for escape-maintained behavior requires considering client and environmental factors.
  • A structured model aids in choosing the most appropriate intervention.
  • Tailoring interventions enhances treatment efficacy for escape-motivated behaviors.